"This elegant town on the attractive Versilia coast, is as well-known and loved for its chic cafe culture and designer boutiques, as it is for its beautiful beach."
Forte dei Marmi was one of Italy's first fashionable seaside resorts, a reputation it proudly keeps up today. Many a famous face has been drawn to the area, enticed by the far reaching golden sands and the marble mountain backdrop. Not to mention the top-notch restaurants and exclusive boutiques. The immaculately clad Italian jet set are also big fans of the area, making this the perfect place to people watch. Ideally from the comfort of one of the many pavement cafes - cappuccino in hand, or better still a chilled glass of a Prosecco. Many visitors find themselves in the easy rhythm of relaxing on the beach in the morning before heading off to enjoy a long leisurely lunch, leaving wandering around the town until the cooler climate of late afternoon or early evening. The name Forte dei Marmi translates as The Fortress of the Marble, so you won't be surprised to know that the town's centrepiece, in the main square, is the red brick remains of the fort. Stroll through the streets leading off from the main square and you'll soon discover the various shops and cafes on offer. Leave it later still and you'll get a chance to experience the lively nightlife too, as the beach bars spring to life, giving the area a real buzz.
It is the beach that first attracted visitors to Forte dei Marmi with its elegant beach establishments, pinewoods on one side and the Mediterranean on the other, it remains as attractive today. Beyond the promenade, the avenues in the town are lined by palm trees and oleander, framing bars and restaurants, exclusive boutiques and small shops. Most visitors go even further – into the countryside to see the medieval villages, spectacular white marble quarries, chestnut, beech and fir forests, and into the mountains for the breathtaking views. But whether relaxing on the coastline, strolling through the town or visiting the sights nearby, Forte dei Marmi is loved by Italians and foreigners alike.
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Forte Dei Marmi hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Forte Dei Marmi include Grand Forte Dei Marmi Hotel, Hotel Mignon, Hotel Mirabeau, Logos Hotel and Villa Candia.
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Beaches
The beach at Forte dei Marmi is golden and welcoming but it gets very busy in the summer months. All beaches are beach establishments and can be expensive in high season (EUR35 per person per day).
Eating out
Tuscany is well known for its wonderful food and excellent wines and Forte dei Marmi gives visitors countless opportunities to enjoy it in the many restaurants and tavernas. You might like to try the local ravioli, Tordelli, a local fish stew called carciucco or the chestnut cakes.
Nightlife
Day and night, Forte dei Marmi is crowded with people. For such a small town, there are restaurants and bars everywhere, most with attractive outdoor seating full of flowers. Shops and art galleries are open until late at night so you might want to follow the example of the locals and sleep in after staying up late.
Shopping
Forte dei Marmi is famous for its shopping, whether in its elegant designer boutiques or local shops selling handcrafted goods. Do watch out for the opening hours, however – shops open from 9:30 am to 13.00 pm, again at 5.30pm until 8.30pm, and then reopen from 9.30pm until 11.30pm.
Local information
There are excursions available from Forte dei Marmi to the Cinque Terre, Portofino and the famous island of Elba. Sightseeing tours are also available to sights like Pisa and the Caves of Carrara. Bicycles are available to hire from most hotels and in the resort there is a bicycle path that goes all along the coastline down to as far as Viareggio.
Location
Forte dei Marmi is on the Versilia coast of Tuscany, 35km north of Pisa.
Transfer time
Driving times: Approx. 45 mins from Pisa.
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